Saturday, May 23, 2009

Nick Johnson to Red Sox?

According to ESPN's Peter Gammons, the Washington Nationals have offered to trade Nick Johnson to the Red Sox for Manny Delcarmen.

Nick Johnson/Manny Delcarmen Swap

Even though the Red Sox seemingly have a ton of depth in their bullpen, I'd rather keep it that way. While Nick Johnson has had a fantastic 2009 and would allow the team more defensive flexibility, he has a history of injury concerns. If the Sox were to trade for Johnson, it would also signal the front office's belief that the end is near for Big Papi. I am still holding out hope for the resurgence of Papi. Regardless, though, Ortiz makes $12.5 million and will not be used in a utility role making that much money. Due to his declining production, I don't see a team trading for him, either.

This trade is unlikely to happen.

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